san1 noeng4 zi2新娘子
Jyutpingsan1 noeng4 zi2
Yalesān nèuhng jí
Definition
Bride; the newly married woman at a wedding.
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How it's used
Adding the suffix 子 to 新娘 gives the term a slightly more affectionate or endearing tone compared to the standard 新娘. It is frequently used in wedding settings to draw attention to the bride as the central figure of the celebration. While it implies a sense of warmth, it remains perfectly appropriate for formal wedding speeches or casual conversation among guests.
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go3個goExamples
The bride looks really beautiful today.
Related words
Common phrases
the bride putting on makeup
the bride serving wine to guests
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